Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Downtown / LoDo

126 restaurants available nearby

1. Bao Brewhouse

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 23 times today

(RESERVATIONS FOR THE TAP ROOM ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING LUNCH HOURS and MONDAY EVENINGS)(ONE AND A HALF HOUR TIME LIMIT)Bao Brewhouse is a multi-concept restaurant, the first floor is known as the Tap Room, in which you will find service via QR codes, WALK-IN'S ONLY, Chinese street food inspired fare and a local rotating draft list. The second floor is known as our Tea Room, there you will find a more traditional dining experience with a twist. The Tea Room menu and ambiance lend to more curated and intimate affair, with a vast tea selection ranging from herbal to puer, a thoughtfully selected wine list with a tea-centric cocktail program to satisfy even the most adventurous of palates. The Tea room has a DJ every Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday giving the room a not-so-stuffy feeling.**Please note** Bao Brewhouse holds two separate flights of stairs to enter each of the two dining rooms. The building does NOT have an elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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2. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4456)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 83 times today

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar in Downtown Denver provides first class Italian cuisine! Facilitating all of your event needs, from private receptions, corporate events, anniversaries and birthdays. Our amazing wine list showcases 500 Italian wines and 300 worldwide wines. At the moment we do not offer valet parking, however The Crawford offers valet parking and is available in front of Union Station. Please note, we are not affiliated with The Crawfords' Valet Parking or the parking garages around our location, thank you; Ciao!

3. Tamayo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4390)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 27 times today

Located in Historic Larimer Square, Tamayo is a chic spot with a vast rooftop deck with sweeping views of the mountains. The innovative Latin menu is carefully crafted by world-renowned Chef Richard Sandoval who is often hailed as the “Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine.” Savory & authentic, the upscale Mexican cuisine at Tamayo will make any meal an unforgettable experience. With a collection of over 100 tequilas and agave-based spirits, Tamayo is also a hotspot for margaritas & hand-crafted cocktails.

4. A5 Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(445)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • LoHi

Booked 22 times today

A great restaurant meal can be an act of storytelling and transportation. Sliding onto a stool at a bar, being met with a classy and silky martini punctuated with a briny olive, is there to prepare you for a plate of finely-shucked oysters that were bobbing in the Atlantic 36 hours ago. In this moment the noise and cacophony can melt away, your phone finds its way back into your pocket, and we find communion with those of us on our left and right.We place a premium on doing the work to find producers, growers, and ranchers that have values that align with our own. It’s our desire to bring food to your table that speaks to its sense of place and time, and to be able to bring the connection to those producers to a higher level of consciousness.

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5. Church and Union - Denver

4.6

Exceptional(84)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 30 times today

NOW OPEN! A 5th Street Group Concept | Modern-American cuisine served in a casual yet refined atmosphere with food by Top Chef Alum Jamie Lynch and Chef Partner Adam Hodgson. Brought to you by the team from Church and Union Charleston, Tempest Charleston, Church and Union Nashville, Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville, Church and Union Charlotte and La Belle Helene Charlotte. Church and Union Denver is located in the heart of Downtown Denver on 17th Street between Blake and Market Streets.

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6. ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(5186)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 26 times today

ChoLon, which translates to "big market,” is named after the largest Chinese-influenced market in Saigon, Vietnam. At ChoLon, Chef Lon Symensma brings to life his extensive culinary travels throughout Southeast Asia. ChoLon's menu features inspired interpretations of traditional dishes found across the region, with presentations ideal for sharing. From dim sum or "small bites" to large family style plates, ChoLon offers authentic flavors for the modern palate. The bar and lounge serves handcrafted, artisanal cocktails developed to complement Symensma’s cuisine. The venue is also ideal for business meetings, presentations, large parties and events. ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience.

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7. Jovanina's Broken Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1336)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 18 times today

Jovanina’s offers a fresh, modern take on Italian cuisine sourcing the best local and regional ingredients by the season. Handmade pastas and our rustic, wood-fired ovens are the heart of our menu. We provide vibrant, vegetable-forward dishes, seafood, steaks, and chops, presented in a spirited, inviting setting. We pride ourselves on hospitality and consider ourselves amongst the best of Denver when it comes to taking care of our guests. Our bar is focused toward classic crafted cocktails, barrel-aged spirits, and seasonal liqueurs. We offer a local beer selection and an extensive wine list housed in our wine cellar Sotto Voce.

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8. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

4.8

Exceptional(7531)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 31 times today

Located on Denver's Historic Larimer Square Block, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

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9. The Kitchen American Bistro - Denver

4.8

Exceptional(189)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 40 times today

The Kitchen American Bistro located in the cross section of the Lodo + Union Station neighborhoods offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.

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10. The Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar Denver

4.2

Awesome(3686)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / LoDo

Booked 37 times today

The Corner Office, downtown Denver, is simply great food and outstanding cocktails. Designed with good times and comfort in mind, the bustling bar and energetic dining rooms feature retro-chic interiors infused with intrigue. Progressive global comfort food mixed with international flavors give traditional favorites a fresh twist.

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KrisVIP
Denver / Colorado •16 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great food - loved all of the dip Choices and the breads were amazing! Very knowledgable staff and perfect service. Highly recommend.
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Ash'KaraPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Highlands
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4.7
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Ken
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Authentic Mexican and Spanish cuisine with a fine dining quality to it was a unique and exceptional experience. This will be a must go to spot for years to come. The ceviche stole the show and the wait staff was attentive and super helpful offering suggestions and sharing knowledge of each dish.
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XiquitaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Denver
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4.7
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Deborah
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food, drinks, and service. Nicely decorated for the holidays. Felix is one of my go to places to meet up with friends.
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My Neighbor Felix - CentennialPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Centennial
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4.3
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Leigh AnnVIP
Denver / Colorado •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everyone in our group enjoyed our experience at Bao Brewhouse. I was complimented several times later in the evening about the great choice of restaurant. The food was delicious; sauces are amazing! What a great place to go before the theater! Thank you!
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Bao BrewhousePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Downtown / LoDo
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4.5
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Katie
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
We had the best experience! This restaurant is so much fun and a great atmosphere, delicious drinks, and unique tasty food. We had a large group for a birthday party and they were so accommodating. We got our drinks and apps quickly and all the food was amazing. The ambience has a tropical club vibe without it being loud tacky. Great place for a group to have a good time! Be aware, parking is VERY difficult to find!
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Bang Up To The ElephantPrice: Moderate• Vegetarian / Vegan• Central
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4.9

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126 restaurants available nearby

1. Bao Brewhouse

2. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

3. Tamayo Restaurant

4. A5 Steakhouse

5. Church and Union - Denver

6. ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

7. Jovanina's Broken Italian

8. Ocean Prime - Denver - Larimer Square

9. The Kitchen American Bistro - Denver

10. The Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar Denver

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